Merchants Appoints Three New Executives

Merchants Insurance Group has announced the appointment of three new executives to its senior leadership team at the company’s corporate headquarters in downtown Buffalo, New York, effective June 2025.

“I am pleased to welcome Doug Zeyak, Lori Moore, and Brett Eater to our senior leadership team,” said Charles E. Makey, III, President and Chief Executive Officer of Merchants Insurance Group. “These individuals each bring decades of industry leadership experience, and I am confident that their contributions will further strengthen our company’s leadership and position us for continued success in an ever-changing market.”

Brett Eater Named Vice President, Head of Underwriting

As Vice President, Head of Underwriting, Mr. Eater will oversee underwriting operations and the company’s portfolio optimization and growth.

View the full story: Merchants Insurance Group Appoints Brett Eater as Vice President of Underwriting

Lori Moore Named Vice President, Chief Actuary

As Vice President, Chief Actuary, Ms. Moore will oversee the company’s actuarial operations and play a key role in strategic planning.

View the full story: Merchants Insurance Group Appoints Lori Moore as Vice President, Chief Actuary

Doug Zeyak Named Vice President, Product & Programs

As Vice President, Product and Programs, Mr. Zeyak will oversee the company’s product strategy, manage its product portfolio, and lead the product team.

View the full story: Merchants Insurance Group Appoints New Product Development Officer, Doug Zeyak, to Drive Innovation and Growth

“Merchants’ three new executives will be instrumental in our leadership team and the future of our company,” added Mr. Makey. “This change will benefit our agent partners, policyholders, and colleagues alike.”